NOI Connection CNR01483.pdf
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This is a Notice of Intent to Make a Cooperative Purchase issued by Williston State College, a North Dakota public institution, regarding participation in an E&I Cooperative Services contract (CNR01483) with Connection Public Sector Solutions. The cooperative purchasing agreement, authorized under North Dakota Century Code 54-44.4-13, permits Williston State College to procure computer equipment, related hardware, software, services, and technical support through pre-negotiated pricing established by Educational & Institutional Cooperative Services, Inc. The underlying contract with Connection Public Sector Solutions was originally awarded following a competitive solicitation process, effective February 15, 2019, through July 31, 2022, and has been extended via Amendment Number 7 to July 31, 2028. The notice was released on November 6, 2026, and interested parties may submit inquiries or objections to the Procurement Officer, Lindsee Reynen, within seven calendar days of the notice release date. Additional contract details and terms are available through the E&I Cooperative Services website at https://www.eandi.org/contracts/connection/.
The cooperative purchasing arrangement is justified by reduced administrative processing time and effort through the use of pre-negotiated terms, access to qualified technology providers offering comprehensive IT solutions including implementation services and technical support, and the ability to modernize and standardize campus technology infrastructure while maximizing the efficient use of institutional resources. No specific pricing information, set-asides, or funding amounts are provided in this notice. Williston State College's Procurement Officer contact information is provided for inquiries: Lindsee Reynen, (701) 774-4562, lindsee.reynen@willistonstate.edu.
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WILLISTON STATE COLLEGE
1410 University Ave
Williston, North Dakota 58801
NOTICE OF INTENT TO MAKE A COOPERATIVE PURCHASE
November 6th, 2026 Notice of Intent Number: WSC27-005
Registered bidders on the North Dakota State Bidders List are hereby given notice that Williston State College (WSC) intends to enter into a cooperative purchasing agreement, pursuant to North Dakota Century Code (N.D.C.C.) § 54-44.4-13. The purpose of this notice is to notify all registered bidders.
Purchase Description: Williston State College intends to participate in E&I Cooperative Services contract number CNR01483, a contract between Educational & Institutional Cooperative Services, Inc. and GovConnection, Inc. d/b/a Connection Public Sector Solutions.
This contract will allow Williston State College to purchase computer equipment and related hardware, software, services, and support.
Intended Source: A competitive process was completed and Connection Public Sector Solutions was awarded with a contract effective date of 02/15/2019 through 07/31/2022. The most current renewal was exercised via Amendment Number 7 in which it extends the contract to 07/31/2028.
Please see the following link for details. Bidders may obtain contract information from the website.
https://www.eandi.org/contracts/connection/
Justification:
Reduces processing time and administrative effort by utilizing pre-negotiated pricing and terms established through a competitive solicitation process.
Provides access to qualified technology providers offering computer hardware, software, peripherals, implementation services, technical support, maintenance, and related IT solutions to support instructional, administrative, and operational needs.
Supports the modernization and standardization of campus technology infrastructure while helping maximize the value of institutional resources through a streamlined and efficient purchasing process.
If you have any questions specific to Williston State College’s intent to participate in this contract, please contact the Procurement Office no later than seven (7) days after the release of this notice.
Procurement Officer: Lindsee Reynen Phone: (701)774-4562 Email: lindsee.reynen@willistonstate.edu
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